Production Planner

Title: Production PlannerLocation: Itasca, ILHire Type:Direct HireCompensation: $30/hr - $35/hrBenefits:Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTOMust have Skill Set:Microsoft Project (MS Project) experience requiredProduction scheduling and planningResource planning and production capacity planningGantt chart creation and maintenanceManufacturing or industrial engineering experienceOverview:Growing manufacturer of engineered material handling and conveyor systems is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate production schedules, project timelines, and resource planning for complex conveyor assembly projects. This highly visible role is responsible for developing and maintaining detailed schedules in Microsoft Project (MS Project), creating Gantt charts, supporting resource planning, and ensuring projects remain on schedule from engineering through production and shipment. The ideal candidate has experience with MS Project, production scheduling, resource planning, and cross-functional coordination in a manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an Industrial Engineer or Production Planner looking to grow with an established and expanding manufacturer while making a direct impact on project execution. Job Duties: Develop and maintain production schedules using Microsoft Project (MS Project)Create, update, and manage Gantt charts to track project progress and milestonesCoordinate production timelines for conveyor assembly and manufacturing projectsSupport resource planning and production capacity planning across multiple projectsWork closely with engineering, production, purchasing, project management, and vendors to ensure materials and resources are available when neededMonitor project schedules, identify conflicts or delays, and recommend schedule adjustmentsCoordinate shipment timing to meet customer delivery deadlinesCommunicate schedule updates and project status across multiple departmentsUtilize MS Project to improve scheduling accuracy and visibilityAssist with continuous improvement initiatives related to production scheduling and resource planningQualifications: Required experience using Microsoft Project (MS Project)Strong ability to create and manage Gantt charts in MS ProjectExperience with production planning, scheduling, manufacturing operations, or industrial engineeringKnowledge of resource planning and production capacity planningStrong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionallyAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.